Workshop Proposal Submission – NYSDRA Legacy Conference 2025

Workshop Proposal Submission – NYSDRA Legacy Conference 2025
As we prepare to honor 40 years of advancing access to justice through alternative dispute resolution, NYSDRA invites dynamic presenters to contribute their voices to the Legacy Conference 2025. We are seeking proposals that inspire reflection, elevate practice, and push the boundaries of innovation in the ADR field.

We welcome submissions from experienced practitioners, emerging professionals, academics, community leaders, and interdisciplinary collaborators who bring fresh insights, inclusive practices, and forward-thinking strategies to dispute resolution. If you have a story, skillset, or strategy that can help others reflect, celebrate, and advance, we want to hear from you.

Below, you’ll find a sample schedule of themes and potential session topics to guide your submission. You may choose to propose a workshop that fits one of these outlined themes or submit your own unique session idea using the “Other” fields in the form.

Your proposal will help shape a program that not only honors the legacy of ADR in New York, but also helps guide its future.

We look forward to your submission!

Sincerely,

Alison Ritchie, Chair
2025 Conference Committee
Presenter Information
Presenter Name*

First NameLast Name
Title/Role
Organization/Institution
Email*
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Phone Number*
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Biography (100–150 words): This bio may be used in the conference program if your proposal is accepted. *
Co-Presenters (if applicable)
Do you have co-presenters?*

YesNo
Co-Presenters/Panelists*
Biography for each Co-Presenter/Panelist (50–100 words)
Session Proposal
Day 1 – Virtual (Thursday, September 25, 2025) Theme: Reflect. Celebrate. Advance.
Morning Block - Reflect.

Looking Back to Learn Forward
9:00-10:00 AM

ADR Then & Now: From Community Roots to Statewide ImpactEthics in Retrospect: Lessons from Pivotal Mediation CasesOther (enter proposed session information below)
Proposed session
10:15 – 11:15 AM

ADR and Civil Rights: Historical Lessons and Future CommitmentsBuilding Enduring Infrastructure: What Keeps Programs Alive?Creating Culture: The Early Days of NYSDRA and CDRCsOther (enter proposed session information below)
Proposed session
Mid-Day Block - Celebrate.

Recognizing Milestones & Moments That Matter
11:30 AM – 12:15 PM

The Past Is Prologue: Reflections from NYSDRA’s Earliest AdvocatesUnsung Champions: Elevating the Work of ADR Practitioners Across NYOther (enter proposed session information below)
Proposed session
1:00 – 2:00 PM

Storytelling as a Tool for Justice and HealingSpotlight on Volunteerism: Honoring the Backbone of MediationOther (enter proposed session information below)
Proposed session
Afternoon Block - Advance.

Innovating for Equitable Access to Justice
2:15-3:15 PM

Community Resilience Through ADR: The CDRC ModelEquity in ADR: Celebrating Inclusive Practice ModelsCross-Sector Collaborations That Changed OutcomesOther (enter proposed session information below)
Proposed session
3:30 – 4:30 PM Innovating for Equitable Access to Justice

AI & the Future of ADR: Promise, Risk, and PracticeADR in Public Systems: Strategies for Government InnovationRestorative Approaches in Schools and Youth JusticeOther (enter proposed session information below)
Proposed session
About Your Session
Abstract (max 300 words) Provide a clear description of your session, including topic, format, goals, format and what participants will take away. *

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Session Objectives (List 2–3 Learning Goals) What will participants learn or do as a result of attending your session? *
Accessibility & Inclusion
Do you or your co-presenters require any accommodations to participate fully in the virtual presentation?*

YesNo
If Yes: specify
Optional: Tell us how your session promotes inclusion, equity, or diverse perspectives
Additional Information
Have you presented at a NYSDRA conference before?*

YesNo
Are you affiliated with a CDRC?*

YesNo
Can we offer Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credit for your presentation? (see info below, as background)*

YesNo
This link provides helpful information to help you determine whether your session may be eligible for CLE credits: http://www.nycourts.gov/attorneys/cle/provider_faqs.shtml
- At least one member of your presenting group must be an attorney in good standing.
- Thorough, high-quality written materials must be provided before the conference.
Can we offer Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) credit for your presentation? (see info below, as background)*

YesNo
CTLE-eligible presentations are professional development sessions that meet the requirements set by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) for Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) credit. To qualify, the session should have clearly defined learning objectives, be standards-based, and include evidence of participation (e.g., sign-in sheets, certificates).
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Workshop Proposal Submission – NYSDRA Legacy Conference 2025

Presenter Information

Co-Presenters (if applicable)

Session Proposal

Day 1 – Virtual (Thursday, September 25, 2025) Theme: Reflect. Celebrate. Advance.

Morning Block - Reflect.

Mid-Day Block - Celebrate.

Afternoon Block - Advance.

About Your Session

Accessibility & Inclusion

Additional Information